toe-in

American  

[toh-in] / ˈtoʊˌɪn /

noun

1. the slight forward convergence given to the front wheels of an automobile to improve steering qualities.

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toe-in British  

noun

1. a slight forward convergence given to the wheels of motor vehicles to improve steering and equalize tyre wear

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Etymology

Origin of toe-in

First recorded in 1925–30

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toe-in

After a few fan flutters and giggles masked by tapered fingers, she left them and tottered back to her own table with tiny, toe-in steps of studied helplessness.

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